Senior Research Officers

Job Designation :Principal / Senior Research Officers

Working Days : Mondays to Thursdays : 8.30 am to 6.00 pm & Fridays : 8.30 am to 5.30 pm

Roles and Responsibilities

• Draw on knowledge of psychology and behavioral sciences to conceptualize and conduct applied research studies as required by the Authority.
• Support professional supervision of research officers involved in assigned project.
• Conduct literature reviews and write reports on research studies as required by the Authority.
• Collect and analyze research data.
• Communicate research findings through presentations and training platforms (e.g. classroom, seminars).
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to facilitate research requests.
• Providing publication related support.
• Archive research process and outcomes as part of the Authority’s knowledge management efforts.
• Ensure no lost and safeguard of official documents.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Authority.

Competencies, Skills and Knowledge

• At least a bachelor’s degree from a recognized course/ programme in psychology (preferred) or any field of study.
• 3 years of relevant work experience (5 years for principal) in psychology / related behavioral sciences is preferred.
• Good writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Good team work skills.
• Basic understanding of statistics and proficiency in the use of statistical software.

Other Responsibilities :

• The Senior Research Officer is to conceptualize and operationalize research studies based on the Authority’s requirements for research.
• In addition, he/she is to support the branch in-charge/principal investigator of the project.
• candidates are expected to be proficient in all aspects of the research process such as literature search, data entry & management, basic statistical analysis etc.
• The Senior Research Officer should also be proficient in data analysis and is expected to be able to execute advanced data analysis independently.
• Further, candidates are expected to possess good writing, communication and training skills that will be essential in the communication of research findings to stakeholders of project.
• The Senior Research Officer is required to handle all research-related administrative work.
• This will include liaising with different parties for meetings, preparing files & documents etc.
• He/she will also be expected to perform miscellaneous administrative duties from time to time.